Forrest Architects is an Auckland-based architectural practice established in 2017 by Registered Architect Forrest Chen. Originally focused on residential design, the practice has grown to work across residential, commercial and planning projects, with a distinctive approach that balances functionality, aesthetics and context. Forrest Architects views architecture as a bridge between private and public life, seeking to integrate nature and its organic qualities into the built environment.
Storytelling is central to its design philosophy, with each project shaped by the unique stories, aspirations and lifestyles of its clients. From feasibility and masterplanning through to consent, construction and contract administration, the practice provides a comprehensive service focused on thoughtful, personal and enduring architecture.